Established Camping
Clatsop State Forest Northrup Creek Horse Campground
Clatsop State Forest Northrup Creek Horse Campground, near Clatskanie, Oregon, is a peaceful spot that caters to both horse campers and those looking to pitch a tent or park an RV. With its secluded setting, you’ll find it’s a great escape from the hustle and bustle, especially during the quieter midweek stays.
The campground features well-maintained sites with picnic tables and fire rings, perfect for cozy evenings around the fire. Visitors have noted the clean pit toilets and the hand pump for water, which adds to the convenience without compromising the rustic feel. As one camper mentioned, “The scenery around the campground was gorgeous,” making it a lovely backdrop for your outdoor adventures.
For those eager to explore, the Big Tree Trail starts right at the tent camping area, leading you through some impressive old-growth trees. Whether you’re hiking or just enjoying the shade from the towering firs, there’s plenty of nature to soak in. Plus, the horse camp sites come with corrals, making it easy for equestrian visitors to enjoy the trails.
While the campground is primarily designed for horse campers, it also accommodates smaller RVs and tents, though larger RVs might find the spots a bit tight. With its clean facilities and beautiful surroundings, Clatsop State Forest Northrup Creek Horse Campground is a solid choice for a relaxing getaway in the Oregon woods.
Description
Oregon Department of Forestry
Oregon State Forests
This is an Oregon Department of Forestry operated campground.
Northrup Creek Horse Camp provides relaxing camping opportunities in a quiet corner of Clatsop State Forest. Located 40 miles southeast of Astoria and 55 miles northwest of North Plains, the campground offers 8 reservable equestrian sites and 3 reservable drive-in campsites. Two trail systems are directly accessible from the campground: The 9-mile Northrup Creek Horse Trail Loop supports horseback riding opportunities, while the 1 mileBig Tree Trail offers a hiker only experience. Both trails explore local streams and state forest lands that include stands of old growth cedar, grand fir, Sika spruce and big leaf maple.
<font color="BLACK"><b>Reservations are required to stay in all sites. Walk Ins are not allowed.</b></font>
This is an Oregon Department of Forestry operated campground.
8 campsites have parking for a horse trailer and vehicle, a corral, and a tent or trailer site with table and fire ring. Across the road are also 3 campsites without horse facilities.
Horses are required in order to stay in sites 1 through 5.
Sites 6 through 8 are open to horse or RV campers.
Sites 9 through 11 are open to non-horse campers with RVs or tents as these sites do not have corrals.
Prevent the spread of invasive species by inspecting and cleaning packs, equipment, and tires before using the trails. Don't move firewood. Please protect the Pacific Northwest forests by preventing the spread of invasive species. Firewood can carry insects and diseases that can threaten the health of our western forests. You can make a difference by obtaining and burning your firewood near your camp destination.
Fee Info
There is an $8 reservation fee per site reserved. An $8 transaction fee is charged for any date or site changes made to an existing reservation. *Reservations for more than five nights/days that are later changed to fewer nights/days by cancelling nights at the end of the stay will only pay an $8 transaction fee. Reservations for more than five nights/days that are later changed to fewer nights/days by cancelling nights at the beginning of the stay will pay an $8 transaction fee and the nightly rate for each night cancelled.
Location
Clatsop State Forest Northrup Creek Horse Campground is located in Oregon
Directions
Turn north on to Northrup Creek County Road at Milepost 35 on Highway 202, travel four miles on Northrup Creek Road to the campground.
Address
92219 Highway 202
Astoria, OR 97103
Coordinates
46.01900094 N
123.45326755 W
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
Stay Connected
- WiFiGood
- VerizonAvailable
- AT&TAvailable
- T-MobileUnknown
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
- Equestrian
Features
For Campers
- Reservable
- Electric Hookups
- Alcohol
- Pets
- Fires
For Vehicles
- Sewer Hookups
- Water Hookups
- 30 Amp Hookups
- 50 Amp Hookups
Contact
General Info
Reservations
